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Child Custody & Visitation

Child Custody Lawyers in Essex County, Massachusetts

Any mother or father facing a family breakup must deal with the question "What about the kids?" thoughtfully and carefully. Whatever has gone wrong in the marriage, we find that most parents agree this is the most important issue to be resolved. However, their views of what child custody and visitation arrangement is best for the children can be a major source of conflict.

We have won favorable outcomes for numerous mothers and fathers in custody cases. We stand up for our clients throughout a divorce case — and afterward, when problems or questions of interstate removal arise. To reach a proven family attorney who will take a helpful, common-sense approach to your case, call 978-208-2592 or send us e-mail today.

Both New Hampshire and Massachusetts courts clearly prioritize the best interests of the child when making custody decisions. We will advise you accordingly as we develop a plan for handling your case. In both states, various custody arrangements are possible, determining both:

  • Physical custody — who the children primarily live with, and how much time they spend with the other parent
  • Legal custody — the level of involvement each parent has in making important decisions regarding the children

We will help you understand child custody laws and visualize potential outcomes. It is important to gain a "big picture" view that accounts for child support, visitation/parenting time, and other aspects of life after divorce.

Veterans of Many Massachusetts and New Hampshire Custody Cases

While negotiating a mutually acceptable arrangement is almost always preferable, we are well prepared to take all necessary measures on our clients' behalf. At Wight & Roche, we are veterans of fiercely contested cases that required an extensive evaluation process and went all the way to trial.

This level of experience is a strong asset for any family law client with big decisions to make. We know our area courts well, and we can advise you thoughtfully about their standards and tendencies.

Most people do not think about parental rights until they must assert those rights in a divorce involving a child custody dispute. If you are dealing with tough decisions and want to protect your rights in a child custody matter, please contact our Lawrence, Massachusetts, law offices today.